Premier League Pair Challenge Barcelona For Inter Milan Wingback As Release Clause Expiry Approaches
As reported in today's newspaper edition of Tuttosport, and via FCInterNews.it, the Netherlands international has a release clause in his contract that expires at the end of the month and a departure could be finalised in the coming days.
Indeed, Barcelona are already in talks with Dumfries' representatives, namely father Boris and brother Donovan, with the pair actively floating his availability for transfer around.
The La Liga champions have appointed noted agent Jorge Mendes to negotiate on their behalf in order to secure the former PSV Eindhoven man.
However, Premier League clubs Newcastle United and Aston Villa are also keen on bringing Dumfries to England, as they push for Champions League qualification.
Neither side have made a formal bid yet but may press ahead in order to take advantage of the release clause in the Dutchman's contract.
Dumfries joined Inter from PSV in 2021 and has made 179 appearances for the club, scoring 22 goals.
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